There are as many idiots intent on causing problems, quite a few claim to be muslim, but most muslims are peaceful and detest what is happening as much as everyone else. There are various factions of islam and before we start using blanket expressions more thought should be gone into this.

Christians throughout history have done far worse than blow up a few planes in the name of Christ and God. At least those terrorists claiming to be muslims haven't yet eradicated entire races from the planet.

Nowadays we use the excuse of capitalism to take control over other countries. Suggesting that 'muslims' haven't contributed to the progress of the human race is pathetic, insulting and ignorant.

From the BBC: Malaysia is due to send an astronaut into space with the Russians next year. (Yes, he is a practising muslim.)

and: science in the West has many of its foundations in developments made by Muslim scientists, particularly in the area of mathematics, physics and chemistry.

and: developments such as bringing Indian numerals to Europe and creating the first scientific map of the world in the 12th Century.

Mr Earl, do your research before posting that muslims haven't achieved technological advances.